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When Hysteria was finally released, there was immense pressure on the band to deliver. The first single, "Women," received a tepid response, charting poorly and threatening the album's chances at becoming a hit.
Turning the Tide with "Animal" and "Pour Some Sugar On Me"
However, fortunes began to shift with the release of "Animal," which became a top 20 hit, reviving interest in the album. The groundbreaking "Pour Some Sugar On Me" later cemented Hysteria's place in musical history. The song exploded onto the airwaves, rapidly climbing the charts and becoming a cultural touchstone thanks in part to its infamous association with strip clubs before dominating radio play.